Front exterior of the Mary Todd Lincoln House. The two story, red brick house has black shutters flanking each window.
 

Discover one of America’s most fascinating first ladies! The Mary Todd Lincoln House was the family home of the wife of 16th president Abraham Lincoln. Mary Lincoln was sophisticated, educated, and versed in politics. Yet, her life was marked by tragedy. Visit her childhood home to learn about her complex life from childhood to widowhood!

 
Mary Todd Lincoln
Book Visit
Photo Gallery
 

Tuesday, June 9, 2026
6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Virtual Program- An Inconvenient Widow: The Torment, Trial, and Triumph of Mary Todd Lincoln

Join us for a conversation with Lois Romano about her new biography of Mary Todd Lincoln. The former Washington Post writer drew from years of research to portray Mary as a complex, consequential woman whose life deserves far more nuance and respect than history has afforded her. This program will take place online via Zoom. Learn more and register here.

Upcoming Events
Mary Todd's Lexington- Traveling Exhibit

On view at the Lincoln Museum in Hodgenville, Kentucky through June 30. Please check their website for hours.

If your organization is interested in borrowing the exhibit, please click here for information and download the application. Discover early 19th-century Lexington in this four-panel traveling exhibit. Images and text illustrate city life, the economy, schools and churches, and arts and leisure during the years Mary Todd lived in Lexington (1818-1839). Free to borrow.

Growing up with mary Todd

Enjoy our 10-page booklet designed for children ages 6-9. It’s full of activities that explore everyday life in the early 1800s. There are pictures to color, historical tasks to try, and a game about early Lexington. Click here to download your free copy!